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Hungary Climate and Weather

Hungary has a continental climate with distinct
seasons, and a great variation between winter and summer
conditions. During winter (December to February) the weather is
bitterly cold, with snow blanketing the ground for weeks and the
mighty Danube River freezing over.

Most people would say that the best time to visit
Hungary is over the summer period (June to August) when the weather
is warmer and the attractions are all open. The weather in spring
and autumn can be very pleasant too, but temperatures do drop to
around 20°F (9°C). Over winter, temperatures approach
freezing.

Some rain can be expected throughout the year and
rainfall is largely dependent on the region as there are variations
in weather in Hungary according to location. The west of Hungary,
including Budapest, starts warming up after a cold winter in April.
The weather in this part of Hungary is hot and humid throughout the
summer months, which are the most popular time to visit.

Eastern and central Hungary experience hot and dry
summers and cold and wet winters. The wind is often strong on the
plains and adds to the chill factor. In the south of Hungary, there
is a slightly warmer climate and summers are long and hot while
winters are shorter and less severe, with temperatures seldom
dropping below freezing. In the south, the rainy season is
summer.

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